Tabanus pruinosus

Bigot, 1892

Tabanus pruinosus is a of horse fly in the Tabanidae, described by Bigot in 1892. As a member of the Tabanus, it belongs to a group of large, blood-feeding flies known for their painful bites to mammals, including humans. The specific epithet "pruinosus" refers to a frosted or appearance, suggesting a distinctive coloration or surface texture. Like other horse flies, females require blood meals for development, while males typically feed on nectar and other sugary substances.

Tabanus pruinosus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Tabanus pruinosus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Tabanus pruinosus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Tabanus pruinosus: /təˈbeɪnəs pruˈaɪnəsəs/

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